Derelict and abandoned boats have been causing problems for harbour masters all over New Zealand. With no way of tracking owners, often the cost of removing them falls to rate payers.
In Auckland, the council has taken a different approach, charging other boaties a 50 dollar per annum to clear away unwanted and un-seaworthy vessels. Auckland Harbour Master Andrew Hayton talks to Jesse about the ongoing headaches and increasing costs in dealing with the problem boats.
Photo: Katie Scotcher / RNZ
